The House Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing this morning on illegal immigration and the Obama administration’s continued failure to adequately secure the southern border. You can watch it live here:
Some highlights of Rep. Trey Gowdy’s opening statement:
In the past few months, the number of unaccompanied alien minors illegally entering the U.S. soared to over 17,000.
— Trey Gowdy (@TGowdySC) February 4, 2016
If these trends continue, it is projected there will be a 30% increase in the record high numbers we witnessed throughout 2014.
— Trey Gowdy (@TGowdySC) February 4, 2016
Based on a report, nearly 60% said it was the Administration’s immigration policies that influenced their decision to come to the U.S.
— Trey Gowdy (@TGowdySC) February 4, 2016
We must send a clear message to potential illegal immigrants that discourage illegal entry into our country.
— Trey Gowdy (@TGowdySC) February 4, 2016
Current illegal aliens in the US are paying thousands of dollars to criminal organizations to transport their children across our border.
— Trey Gowdy (@TGowdySC) February 4, 2016
According to a recent Senate report, children are being placed in the hands of abusive and exploitive sponsors upon arrival to the US.
— Trey Gowdy (@TGowdySC) February 4, 2016
In the words of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner, “we could very well be seeing the new normal.” This is unacceptable.
— Trey Gowdy (@TGowdySC) February 4, 2016
A sovereign country is entitled to control who gains access to this country, how that access is gained, and in what capacity.
— Trey Gowdy (@TGowdySC) February 4, 2016
Legal immigration is a privilege this country conveys under the terms and conditions it sets. Illegal immigration is just that – illegal.
— Trey Gowdy (@TGowdySC) February 4, 2016
Securing the border and ensuring the safety of our citizens is an integral responsibility of the federal government.
— Trey Gowdy (@TGowdySC) February 4, 2016
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